Battle of the knowledge superpowers
Knowledge is power – economic power – and there’s a scramble for that power taking place around the globe, says a feature on the BBC website
Not to invest in high tech and innovation would now be “unthinkable”, says Maire Geoghegan-Quinn, the European Commissioner responsible for research, innovation and science, who is trying to spur the European Union to keep pace in turning ideas into industries. She has announced £6bn funding to kick-start projects next year – with the aim of supporting 16,000 universities, research teams and businesses. A million new research jobs will be needed to match global rivals in areas such as health, energy and the digital economy, all areas that are strong for the South West
BBC News – Battle of the knowledge superpowers.
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